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U.S. Small Business Administration
Created in 1953, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) continues to help small business owners and entrepreneurs pursue the American dream. The SBA is the… Continue Reading U.S. Small Business Administration
IEDA Targeted Small Business Program
The Targeted Small Business (TSB) program is designed to help women, individuals with minority status, service-connected disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities overcome some of the hurdles to start or grow a small business in Iowa. Continue Reading IEDA Targeted Small Business Program
IA Source
IASourceLink is the go-to resource for aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners who need help starting, scaling, or accelerating their business in Iowa. Continue Reading IA Source
Community Impact & Engagement Committee
The WDM Chamber DEI Committee is led by attorney, entrepreneur, and management consultant Angela Jackson. The committee meets once a month to discuss initiatives including the Black & Brown Business Summit. Continue Reading Community Impact & Engagement Committee
Reignite CommUNITY
As companies and individuals embark or continue on their journey, this program’s goals are to help amplify businesses and people doing meaningful work for others. The purpose is to learn from and to also elevate those who have created inclusive work environments through their workforce, supplier diversity programs, employee development initiatives, community efforts, and more. Continue Reading Reignite CommUNITY
2021 Black & Brown Business Summit
Visit this page to view recordings from the 2021 Black & Brown Business Summit and visit the virtual vendor fair. Continue Reading 2021 Black & Brown Business Summit
WDM Watch List: Tom Florian
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Tom Florian
WDM Watch List: Britton Klomstad
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Britton Klomstad
Essential Technology to Future-Proof Your Business
In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic up-ended the way much of the world conducts business. Many organizations shifted employees to partial or full-time remote work schedules. The most prepared companies already had cloud infrastructure in place and the technology to collaborate remotely.
Meanwhile, other businesses scrambled to assemble the right mix of hardware, software, and services to make the remote situation work for them. Continue Reading Essential Technology to Future-Proof Your Business
WDM Watch List: Claire
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Claire
Knowing Your History: The Val Air Ballroom
The Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines has long been an amazing part of West Des Moines and its history. Before the opening of the Val Air Ballroom in 1938, the original building and grounds were used by the Wilson Rubber Factory. Continue Reading Knowing Your History: The Val Air Ballroom
Welcome to the West – ClaimDOC
Welcome to the West, ClaimDOC! Continue Reading Welcome to the West – ClaimDOC
Knowing Your History: The Founding and Early History of West Des Moines
West Des Moines has a long history that extends well before the founding of the city itself. The deep and rich history continues to grow to this day Continue Reading Knowing Your History: The Founding and Early History of West Des Moines
Athene Beyond Boundaries Business Summit
The Athene Black & Brown Business Summit was created by national stakeholders to elevate all businesses to assist and businesses together to assist with connection building, programming, promotion, training, and to provide resources to help businesses grow and prosper. The Summit is owned and operated by the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce and is supported by several key stakeholders including Athene, Bank of America, Chase, Wells Fargo and more. The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce created The Summit back in 2021 and Athene became the naming rights sponsor in 2022. Continue Reading Athene Beyond Boundaries Business Summit
Return to Work Plans & Strategies
“Unprecedented” was the buzzword for 2020, but there are a lot of unknowns that still lie ahead for 2021. One being, what are the best strategies for returning to work? When? How? Remote, hybrid, or all in person? What does our next “new normal” look like? Join us to learn best practices and how area businesses are setting themselves up for success in 2021. Continue Reading Return to Work Plans & Strategies
WDM Watch List: Macy McAllister
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Macy McAllister
Strategy in Motion: Why agility is your competitive advantage
By Blake E. Crow, CPA | Eide Bailly Partner/Des Moines Market Leader Continue Reading Strategy in Motion: Why agility is your competitive advantage
WDM Watch List: Jaden Adams
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Jaden Adams
WDM Watch List: Jacob Repp
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Jacob Repp
Leading with MERCI: A Leadership Philosophy of Gratitude and Growth
By Katherine Harrington, President & CEO Continue Reading Leading with MERCI: A Leadership Philosophy of Gratitude and Growth
WDM Watch List: Emani Brinkman
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Emani Brinkman
Paid and Unpaid Breaks: What Employers Need to Know
By Katherine Harrington, President & CEO Continue Reading Paid and Unpaid Breaks: What Employers Need to Know
West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce – “The WEST Report: Mid-Year Momentum 2025” – (WEST = Work. Engage. Serve. Thrive.)
By Katherine Harrington, President & CEO Continue Reading West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce – “The WEST Report: Mid-Year Momentum 2025” – (WEST = Work. Engage. Serve. Thrive.)
